2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rendezvous. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rendezvous would be higher. At 3,343 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Rendezvous | 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
